I'm vetting the best Prime Day gaming laptop deals — get RTX 50-series for lowest price yet

This Alienware 16 Aurora is now down by a whopping $400, and it's now the cheapest RTX 5060 gaming laptop I've seen. That all means you can save big on Nvidia's latest offering of gaming performance. Along with its RTX 5060 GPU, expect an Intel Core 7 240H CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, 1TB for storage and a 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Looking for a major boost in entry-level gaming performance? That's where the RTX 5060 steps in, and this Asus TUF Gaming F16 rocks the very same GPU with a $380 price cut. It also boasts an Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. What's more, you'll get a 16-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate.

Amazon is bringing the heat with $225 off this powerful Asus ROG Strix G16 with an RTX 5060! This one delivers an Intel Core i7 14650HX CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, and even Wi-Fi 7 for super-fast internet connections. Better yet, it features an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) display with a 165Hz refresh rate and a 3ms response time. Expect some generous gaming performance at this price.

Boasting the latest in Nvidia graphics cards, the MSI Katana 15 HX with an RTX 5070 is now $262 off, bringing this mighty mid-ranger to under $1,500. That's not all it boasts, as it also arrives with an Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. It even comes with a sizeable 15.6-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1440) display with a 165Hz refresh rate, making for some super smooth visuals in the latest PC games.

This Asus ROG Strix G16 with an RTX 5070 Ti just got a $390 discount, and it's a steal at this price. Expect an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX CPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD, along with an impressive WUXGA (1900 x 1200) LED display with a 165Hz refresh rate.

To get the most out of the RTX 5070 Ti, this Asus ROG Strix G16 offers even more premium specs, and it's now $300 off. It comes equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB SSD and a 16-inch 2.5K resolution display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time. Now that's ready for next-level gameplay.

The RTX 5070 Ti brings that much more power to even the most demanding PC games, and this Lenovo Legion Pro 7i can handle it. With its Intel Core i9-275HX CPU, 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage, too, this machine is ready to blaze through titles in a stylish, compact design. And they will all run great on its 16-inch (2560 x 1600) 240Hz OLED display.

For the next step up, you'll want to grab this MSI Vector 16 HX AI, boasting an RTX 5080, now that it's nearly $500 off! This machine delivers top-level performance with its Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM and 2TB SSD, and you'll even get Windows 11 Pro thrown in. Even better, it comes with Thunderbolt 5 support and features a 16-inch QHD+ (3200 x 1800) resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate. Now that's premium power for less.

Another Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, but this time with the might of an RTX 5090! It's a top-of-the-line gaming laptop thanks to its high-end GPU, but you can also expect incredible horsepower from its Intel Core i9-275HX CPU, 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage. Pricey? Yes, but more affordable with its $400 price cut.

It doesn't get much cheaper than this. The Acer Nitro V 15 with an RTX 4050 is now down to just $649, and makes for a solid option for first-time buyers or those after entry-level gaming, especially for competitive multiplayer titles or fantastic indie games. It also comes with an Intel Core i5-13420H, 8GB of DDR5 RAM and a 512GB SSD. Don't expect premium, but do expect plenty of value here.

Despite its more budget appeal, I was impressed by what the Acer Nitro V 15 could manage when I tested it out, especially for entry-level gaming. This model comes with an RTX 4050 and an AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS CPU, along with 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. For entry-level PC titles and competitive multiplayer games, this is a great shout for under $700. And its 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 144Hz display makes games look smooth.

This HP Omen 16 with an RTX 4060 is a great shout for first-time buyers, as it's now nearly $400 off and features some commendable entry-level gaming specs that still pack a punch. It offers an Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. Now the most premium out there, and this is HP's 2024 Omen 16 model, but not too shabby considering it offers a 16-inch 1080p 144Hz display.

As another gaming laptop that can pump out wicked gaming performance in a sleek design, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 is now $350 off. You can expect an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, an RTX 4070 GPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. All PC games will look buttery smooth on its 14.5-inch WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate.

I'm a huge fan of Asus' ROG Strix series, and you'll be doubly impressed with the 18-inch size of this monster, especially if you're looking for a laptop that lives on your desk. It boasts an Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU, an RTX 4070, 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. It may not boasts the latest specs, but it can still hold its own with plenty of AAA games.